HP DAT autoloader DAT 72x6e 24

Figure 8: loading the autoloader

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hp StorageWorks DAT autoloader Page Page Page External autoloaders - contents Pre-Installation Before you start page Backup software and drivers Product Details Before you start HP StorageWorks DAT models Which operating systems are supported How do I connect the autoloader to my server Why is the SCSI bus type important How can I check the SCSI bus type and SCSI ID Do I need additional items for installation Backup software and drivers Backup software Drivers Windows users UNIX users Page Using the CD-ROM HP Library & Tape Tools User documentation CD-ROMguide HP product registration Page Checking the SCSI connection Page Step 1: Check the autoloader’s SCSI ID Page Step 2: Check the option switch value (Sun systems only) Page Step 3: Set the configuration switches (UNIX systems only) Page Step 4: Attach SCSI cable Why does the autoloader need a terminator Page Step 5: Attach power cable Page Step 6: Verify installation Check operation To load a magazine Page To unload a magazine Autoloader modes Page Your HP StorageWorks DAT autoloader Front panel LEDs Magazine present (green) Tape activity (green) Operator attention required (amber) DC 1 WP 2 5 3 Load cartridge button LCD To localize the display Page Use the correct media Data cartridges Write-protectingcartridges Page To clean the tape heads Manual method Automatic cleaning Handling cartridges Getting the most out of cartridges and drives Register your autoloader Page Using HP OBDR Compatibility What does HP OBDR do Remote disaster recovery (ProLiant servers only) If restore fails Testing for compatibility Running HP OBDR Diagnostic tools Performance Assessment Tool Optimizing performance Troubleshooting Problems encountered during installation Unpacking The SCSI cable shipped with the drive is not correct It is unclear which SCSI ID to use How should the SCSI bus be configured How should the SCSI bus be terminated Is the correct SCSI host bus adapter installed Do drivers need to be installed and, if so, which ones Testing after installation The server does not reboot after installation The server boots but does not recognize the autoloader The application does not recognize the autoloader The autoloader does not work Understanding the OAR LED Forcing ejection Other sources of information How to contact HP Page Page Q1567-90905